“Kun Khmer is the Father of Muay Thai” Leads Global Debut on the KOMBAT Stage"
São Paulo, Brazil — April 9, 2026
Kombat is bringing a spectacular international fight night to Brazil with the upcoming Kombat Challenge Series, featuring an action packed lineup of 15 professional bouts with elite fighters from around the world. The event is headlined by the highly anticipated Pan American Title Belt Bout in Kombat Taekwondo, where top contenders will battle for continental supremacy.
This event marks a historic milestone as Kombat officially debuts Kombat Jiu Jitsu and Kombat Kun Khmer for the first time, expanding its global platform and redefining the future of professional martial arts.
Fans will experience three disciplines in one unified event, Kombat Taekwondo, Kombat Jiu Jitsu, and Kombat Kun Khmer, all taking place inside the Kombat octagon. Each discipline will operate under Kombat’s unified professional rule system, delivering a clear, high energy, and globally accessible experience designed to elevate both competition and audience engagement.
The event gains further significance with the support of General Khov Chhay, President of the Kun Khmer Federation, who will attend alongside two elite Cambodian fighters and one official Kun Khmer instructor. Representing the birthplace of the discipline, their presence brings authenticity, heritage, and prestige to the global stage.
The Kun Khmer Federation instructor will conduct an official Kun Khmer seminar, offering a rare opportunity to experience authentic Cambodian martial arts directly from its origin. This is a historic moment for the sport and for the global martial arts community.
Rick W. Shin, President of KOMBAT, stated:
“Kun Khmer is the father of Muay Thai. This is about restoring recognition to its true origin and elevating its legacy to the global stage where it belongs.”
Adding to the importance of the event, Rick W. Shin will be in attendance, underscoring the global significance of this milestone and Kombat’s continued expansion across continents.
Kombat continues to set itself apart by preserving the tradition, identity, and values of martial arts, with athletes competing in their respective uniforms while demonstrating respect, discipline, and fair play.
Doors will open at 4:00 PM, with fights beginning at 5:00 PM, delivering a world class production and an unforgettable live experience for fans.
This event is organized by Kombat Taekwondo Brazil under the leadership of Marcelo Rezende, President of Kombat Taekwondo Brazil, whose leadership continues to drive Kombat’s rapid growth throughout the region.
As part of the Kombat Challenge Series, this event provides a clear pathway for fighters to advance toward continental and world title opportunities, making every bout meaningful and impactful.
This is more than a fight night.
This is the future of martial arts.
This is KOMBAT.
About Kombat
Kombat is the world’s largest professional Taekwondo league and one of the fastest growing global combat sports platforms, featuring Kombat Taekwondo, Kombat Jiu Jitsu, Kombat Kun Khmer, Kombat Kickboxing, and Kombat MMA.
For more information, visit www.kombatglobal.com
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